BMW Oil Consumption Class Action Settlement

Do you (or did you) own or lease a model-year 2009-2014 BMW 5 series, 6 series, 7 series, X5, or X6 vehicle equipped with an N63 engine? You may be eligible to participate in a class action settlement resolving claims the engines consume excessive amounts of oil.

The BMW oil class action was originally filed in September 2015. The group of plaintiffs who filed the case argued that BMW concealed an engine defect which allegedly causes vehicles to consume excessive amounts of motor oil, requiring additional oil changes and the need for adding engine oil between regular oil changes. They further allege the defect causes substantial battery drain, potentially causing premature battery failure.

BMW has denied any wrongdoing in the case but agreed to settle the class action lawsuit to avoid future costs of litigation. Although the settlement proposal did not provide an estimated amount for the settlement fund, plaintiffs’ attorneys said Class Members will receive compensation equal to or greater than what they would have received if they won at trial.

Under the BMW oil class action settlement agreement, eligible Class Members are entitled to a number of benefits, including free future oil service and/or reimbursement for past oil services, reimbursement for towing/rental/roadside-assistance service, and/or reimbursement for a battery replacement.

Class Members have until Aug. 23, 2018 to exclude themselves from the settlement fund and until Oct. 10, 2018 to submit a valid claim. The final approval hearing is set for Sep. 10, 2018.

Who’s Eligible

Class Members include consumers and entities in the United States or Puerto Rico who currently own or lease, or previously owned or leased, certain U.S. specification model-year 2009-2014 BMW 5 series, 6 series, 7 series, X5, or X6 vehicles equipped with an N63 engine purchased or leased in the United States or Puerto Rico.

The following vehicles are covered by this settlement:

• 7 Series Sedan (F01 & F02), model years 2009 to 2012, produced from 3/2009 to 6/2012
• 7 Series Active Hybrid (F04), model years 2010 to 2013, produced from 4/2010 to 6/2012
• 5 Series Gran Turismo (F07), model years 2010 to 2012, produced from 9/2009 to 6/2012
• 5 Series Sedan (F10), model years 2010 to 2013, produced from 3/2010 to 7/2013
• 6 Series Convertible (F12), model years 2011 to 2012, produced from 3/2011 to 7/2012
• 6 Series Coupe (F13), model years 2011 to 2012, produced from 7/2011 to 7/2012
• X5 SAV (E70), model years 2010 to 2013, produced from 3/2010 to 6/2013
• X6 SAV (E71), model years 2009 to 2014, produced from 7/2008 to 6/2014
• X6 Active Hybrid SAV (E72), model years 2009 to 2012, produced from 9/2009 to 9/2011

Potential Award

Class Members who submit a valid claim may be entitled to a number of benefits. The full list of benefits and their details can be found in the FAQ section of the settlement website.

Here is a very high-level breakdown of some of the benefits available, which vary depending on your vehicle’s model year and mileage, and if you have documentation:

• Three free future oil services, up to $75 per service.
• Free engine replacement.
• Reimbursement of past oil services, up to $75.
• Reimbursement up to $50 for the cost of one towing/rental/roadside assistance expense incurred.
• Reimbursement for the cost of a replacement battery that was less than 3 years old.
• Voucher worth $1,000 to $1,500 to be used on a new BMW vehicle.
• More benefits.

Proof of Purchase

If Class Members are seeking compensation for additional oil or battery expenses, they must provide a copy of the relevant invoice and a copy of the receipt of payment. The invoice must contain the VIN, mileage, date of service, service provided, and amount due. More information is available in #6 of the settlement administrator’s FAQ page.

Claim Form

Eligible Class Members can fill out a Claim Form and mail it to the Settlement Administrator to participate in the settlement.

CLICK HERE TO FILE A CLAIM »

NOTE: If you do not qualify for this settlement do NOT file a claim.

Remember: you are submitting your claim under penalty of perjury. You are also harming other eligible Class Members by submitting a fraudulent claim. If you’re unsure if you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to ensure you meet all standards (Top Class Actions is not a Settlement Administrator). If you don’t qualify for this settlement, check out our database of other open class action settlements you may be eligible for.

Claim Form Deadline

10/10/2018

Case Name

Bang v. BMW of North America LLC and Bavarian Motor Works, Case No. 2:15-cv-06945-MCA-SCM, in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.

Final Hearing

9/10/2018

UPDATE: The BMW Oil Consumption Class Action Settlement was granted final approval on September 10, 2018. Please note that claims will not be paid until after the claim deadline. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.

Settlement Website

bangclasssettlement.com

Claims Administrator

Bang Settlement Administrator – 6013

P.O. Box 44

Minneapolis, MN 55440-0044

1-877-832-4402

[email protected]

Class Counsel

Matthew D. Schelkopf

Joseph G. Sauder

Joseph B. Kenney

David C. Wright

Richard D. McCune

MCCUNE WRIGHT AREVALO LLP

Eric D. Barton

Melody Dickson

WAGSTAFF & CARTMELL LLP

Defense Counsel

Christopher J. Dalton

Daniel Z. Rivlin

BUCHANAN INGERSOLL & ROONEY PC